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BHS Guidance/Counseling Dept Weekly Updates – Week of Feb 1, 2021

1/31/2021

Quarter 3 and the new semester has begun. Be sure you are attending the courses in your Sem 2 schedule, even if you think you may want to make some changes after the freeze ends this Tues 2/2. Note that adding courses may be challenging with the limits in our schedule this year and due to health guidelines. If you want to drop a course, be sure to consider what credits you need toward graduation requirements.
Quarter 2 grades will be uploaded to the student/parent portals on Friday 2/5.
IMORTANT FOR SENIORS – check your grades on 2/5 since BHS guidance will be sending out all Q1&2 grades to colleges you’ve applied to during week of Feb 8!

It’s another week with a special schedule with Friday 2/5/21 being a ½ day for students with staff having professional development time. Please see the attached special schedule.
Stay warm and get ready to shovel some snow!

BHS Guidance/Counseling Dept Weekly Updates – Week of Jan 25, 2021

1/24/2021

Congratulations BHS students! You are ½ way through this school year as of end of day this Monday! Quarter 3 and the new semester starts this Tues 1/26. Check for your new schedule on the student and parent portals. Quarter 2 grades will be uploaded to the student/parent portals on Friday 2/5. Seniors – check your grades on 2/5 since BHS guidance will be sending out all Q1&2 grades to colleges you’ve applied to during week of Feb 8!

Parents/ Guardians - It’s time to shift from “I’ve got this” to “You’ve got this” for your BHS student. Here’s a Grown and Flown article that simply speaks to this parenting shift - https://grownandflown.com/stop-fixing-things-for-your-kids/

Junior Parent & Student Night

1/21/2021

Below is the link to view the recording of the presentation (note that you need to enter the password, which is provided below)
The actual presentation follows introductions and starts at min 7:30

https://psbma-org.zoom.us/rec/share/dMYeOFRiRYzupTjQLZ0owzn76cnGQASx1Uvf__U70ZeKhmbB1hg8syhyk2X--QZ-.8i5RGQLDPIqom6I2
Passcode: !Z?N6igp

You can download the pdf of Lenny's presentation here.

Junior College Process Assembly

1/19/2021

Attached is the presentation from today's assembly

The recording of the seminar is available here:
https://psbma-org.zoom.us/rec/share/ME_0FpkLwFk2yS7642B5rmDsxv73mgMdi3FV7MwCWAJ7MA4Ldee6erIYIAr-zdNN.oNCo3Gre8if7GEeX
Passcode: KKg2ayC!

BHS Guidance/Counseling Dept Weekly Updates – Week of Jan 19, 2021

1/18/2021

It’s another week with a special schedule with today’s MLK holiday and also this Friday 1/22/21 is a ½ day for students with staff having professional development time. Please see the attached special schedule for this week. Special schedule attached.

Parents/ Guardians - It’s time to shift from “I’ve got this” to “You’ve got this” for your BHS student. Here’s a Grown and Flown article that simply speaks to this parenting shift - https://grownandflown.com/stop-fixing-things-for-your-kids/

ALL STUDENTS
ACE program info….. Attention BHS 9th-11th Graders - This past week, ACE is officially launching the application process for enrollment next September.
ACE, #High School Your Way, is a small, competency-based program for 55 students, grades 10-12, within BHS.
If you don't know much about ACE, you can also check out our website at:
ACE Your Way
If you are interested in applying to ACE, you need to schedule an appointment to do a zoom info. meeting and then a zoom classroom visit. Please schedule this with ACE Secretary: Christine_Carruthers@psbma.org
On Wednesday, Feb. 3rd, ACE will also host an ACE Information Night for parents to learn more about the program. This event will be at 7pm on zoom. See flyer for zoom link:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Bhv2YmolQLb_8-c__fANIQ9kwmLqOriQ/view?usp=sharing

Gap Year Fair

1/18/2021

If you missed the Gap Year 101 webinar, you can watch the recording on YouTube. The provider info sessions were not recorded, but you can always register for another fair for the chance to ask your questions live!

We'd also recommend taking advantage of the many resources offered on GoOverseas.com--this is a great way to explore gap year options and plan your gap time!

January Scholarship Letter

1/15/2021

Dear Seniors and Parents/Caretakers,

Below is the partial list of scholarships available to qualified students. You can find many more scholarships on goingmerry.com, fastweb.com and through your student’s Naviance account, under Scholarships & Money.

BHS Scholarships
The Brookline High School Scholarship Committee announces that applications are now available for tuition scholarships to Boston University (2 full-tuition renewable scholarships) and Northeastern University (2 half-tuition renewable scholarships). Applications are available online at the BHS homepage under BHS Scholarship Application. Applications must be completed ASAP. To make fair decisions, the Committee requires that families fill out the CSS Profile financial aid form, available at CollegeBoard.com. Please use code #0424

NOTE: If you would like to be considered for the BU or Northeastern scholarships and have not yet applied, you must do so ASAP and submit your CSS Profile. The Committee is in the process of reviewing applicants now. Let Ms. Whelan know if you have questions - her email is kathleen_whelan@psbma.org

Sophomore Parent Breakfast

1/13/2021

Click here for the Presentation pdf

Zoom Recording is available at this link:
https://psbma-org.zoom.us/rec/share/chzEIzAHeN9G7jchI06lI8zRMie-ulfcPJUEVb2UiZiyCqzHPY2r5S30z05_3NRt.83xBTpe0uuk7UHPJ
Passcode: LH2e+&yc

BHS Guidance/Counseling Dept Weekly Updates – Week of Jan 11, 2021

1/10/2021

ALL STUDENTS
The SWS (BHS School Within a School) admissions process is now open!
SWS Admissions Info Packet
Please take the opportunity to see if SWS could be a good fit.

School Within a School, located on the fourth floor of BHS, is an alternative, democratic community for a diverse group of approximately 120 sophomores, juniors, and seniors. Goals for students include taking as much responsibility for their education as possible, sharing decision-making in running SWS, and contributing to building a caring community. For 50 years, SWS has provided students with the opportunity to participate actively as leaders in their own educations and develop meaningful relationships with teachers based on mutual respect. Admission to SWS is based on a lottery, the criteria of which are determined by the SWS Town Meeting. In addition to Town Meeting, SWS students take at least two classes in the program, including English. They take the rest of their classes in the mainstream of BHS. More information about the program, and the admissions process, can be found at swsbrookline.org.

Gap Year Fair

1/5/2021

Thinking about a Gap Year?
BHS Guidance Department and USA Gap Year Fairs are proud to announce the annual virtual BHS Gap Year Fair (Wednesday, January 13, starting at 6:30 pm). We will hold a Gap Year 101 webinar from 6:30 to 7:15, followed by the Gap Year Fair till 8:30 pm. You will be able to connect with Gap Year Experts, programs and alumni. Please register at https://bit.ly/37IjL83 (Links to an external site.)
See the attached Flyer for more information
Mr. L
BHS College Counselor

Brookline High School Guidance

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